Touching the Void by Joe Simpson
"Touching the Void" is a gripping tale of survival and adventure that follows two mountaineers on a dangerous climb in the Peruvian Andes. After one climber breaks his leg, his partner is forced to leave him behind in order to save his own life. The injured climber, left alone in the wilderness, must find the strength and determination to crawl back to base camp, despite his severe injuries and the harsh elements. This true story is a testament to the human spirit and the will to survive against all odds.
The 8845th greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1988
- Nationality
- British
- Type
- Nonfiction
- Pages
- 210
- Words
- 63,000
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following lists:
- 69th on Extreme Classics: The 100 Greatest Adventure Books of All Time (National Geographic Adventure Magazine)